Undergraduate

Classics and Ancient History

Explore the ancient Greek and Roman worlds at the only university in WA that offers Classics and Ancient History.
3
Years Full Time

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Student Central

The University of Western Australia (M355), 35 Stirling Highway, Perth, Western Australia 6009

Telephone

131 UWA (131 892)

International

(+61 8) 6488 1000

Hours

8.30am - 5pm AWST, Monday - Friday

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Careers and further study

This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.

Career Pathways

Graduates from the Classics and Ancient History program are equipped with a range of critical skills as well as a broad cultural awareness which makes them attractive to employers. Many of our graduates forge careers in secondary and tertiary education, the public service, museums, as well as in a range of creative industries.

Potential career paths include:

  • Journalist
  • Writer
  • Teacher*
  • Public Sector Officer

*Postgraduate study required

 

Graduates from the Classics and Ancient History program are equipped with a range of critical skills as well as a broad cultural awareness which makes them attractive to employers. Many of our graduates forge careers in secondary and tertiary education, the public service, museums, as well as in a range of creative industries.

Potential career paths include:

  • Journalist
  • Writer
  • Teacher*
  • Public Sector Officer

*Postgraduate study required

 

Further Study

If you perform well in Honours, you’re encouraged to pursue further research through a Master of Philosophy or PhD. If you're particularly interested in material culture, you might also consider pursuing a Master of Curatorial Studies in Fine Arts (Research).
If you perform well in Honours, you’re encouraged to pursue further research through a Master of Philosophy or PhD. If you're particularly interested in material culture, you might also consider pursuing a Master of Curatorial Studies in Fine Arts (Research).
Postgraduate study at UWA

Master of Curatorial Studies in Fine Arts

Fees and scholarships

Learn more about the fees that apply to you for this course. For fee type definitions and further assistance, see the Fee Calculator Help page. You can also search our database for scholarships that are relevant to you or this course

Domestic Student Fees

Indicative annual course fee
2025
Commonwealth Supported Place $10,248.76

Eligible Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) students can use the HECS-HELP loan program to pay their tuition fees. For Full-Fee Paying (FFP) places, students are charged an annual course fee.

Find out more information about tuition fees, or visit the fee calculator for a more accurate cost.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

Cost of living

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International Student Fees

Indicative first year fee
2024
$45,800.00
2025
$48,300.00

Find out more about tuition fees or visit the fee calculator for the estimated total course fee.

Note, tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to increase up to 7.5 per cent per annum.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

Admission requirements

The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you’re interested in studying this major, find out the admission details below.

Minimum entry requirements

Below you’ll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).

Admission requirements

For applicants with recent secondary education, information on admission criteria is available on our entry requirements page or on the UWA Handbook for course specific requirements and prerequisites.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

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Course details

Classics and Ancient History is the study of history, languages and literature of the Greek and Roman civilisations. This major combines all these aspects of the two civilisations to give you a holistic picture of this vibrant and eternally relevant era.

About the course

Combine the languages (Latin and Ancient Greek) with the history and material culture of the ancient Greek and Roman worlds.
Classics and Ancient History

Quick details

Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
  • Albany (Regional campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • February, July
Weekly contact time
  • 12-15 contact hours, plus at least twice as much of your own study time
Level of study
  • Undergraduate
Course Code
  • MJD-CLANH
Full time/part time duration
  • 3 years (BA); 4 years (BPhil [Hons])
Classics and Ancient History
Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
  • Albany (Regional campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • February, July
Weekly contact time
  • 12-15 contact hours, plus at least twice as much of your own study time
Level of study
  • Undergraduate
Course Code
  • MJD-CLANH
Full time/part time duration
  • 3 years (BA); 4 years (BPhil [Hons])
Honours Available
  • Yes
Degrees course is available in
  • Bachelor of Arts
  • Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours)

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Put theory into practice

Current UWA students are eligible to take one of our professional experience units. These units bridge the gap between university and the workplace by providing opportunities to gain hands-on, practical experience. You can master new skills, make connections and network, get a taste of the opportunities in the workforce and add experience to your resume, all before graduating.

Find out more about Work Integrated Learning.

Course Structure

Our undergraduate degrees offer you a broad range of options allowing you to combine subjects in a way that matches your career goals and personal interests.

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You’ll learn to

  • synthesise complex, diverse and often fragmentary material, and develop research, critical thinking and communication skills
  • describe the chief eras, achievements and enduring legacies of the classical world, and demonstrate in several areas of specialised study a sophisticated appreciation of specific eras or classical authors
  • acquire foundational skills in at least one of the classical languages
Top 100
Top 100 in the world for Classics and Ancient History (QS 2024)

Your degree options

This major is offered as a degree-specific, or first, major for these degrees. It is also offered as a second major in our other bachelor's degrees.

Why study this course?

  • You'll gain an in-depth understanding of the history and cultures of Greece and Rome and, in so doing, challenge and enhance your understanding of the modern world
  • By studying Ancient Greek and Latin, you'll gain access to the languages which provide excellent linguistic grounding for modern European languages (including English), as well as the tools to read and translate ancient Greek and Latin texts
  • You’ll enjoy unique opportunities to pursue engagement with the ancient world first-hand, with generous bursaries available for travel to Greco-Roman sites

Why take a second major

  • Expand your skills - Taking a second major either in a complementary area or in something like Economics or Business Law will show you have developed transferable skills such as, teamwork, critical thinking, digital literacy and presentation skills – which are highly sought after in the workforce.
  • Add it to your resume – Employers are looking for graduates who have skills in a variety of areas. Two majors will expand your career prospects and help you stand out amongst the crowd.